1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 62 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
