1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 61 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, 1943 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
