1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
