1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 68 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1161 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 15 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
