1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 40 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 15 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1943 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |