1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 43 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
