1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 69 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 255 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 349 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |