1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1986 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Soarer. 1986 Toyota Soarer 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. 1986 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1986 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
