1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |
