1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 53 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
