1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 106 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
