1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 64 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
