1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | 15 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
