1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 1996 Toyota MR2. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1943 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 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 | 186 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |