1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 66 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3460 mm |
