1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 52 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 399 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.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
