1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 65 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Palio |
Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |