1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 459 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | 15 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1944 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |