1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1962 Lotus Elan is newer by 18 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Because 1962 Lotus Elan 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 1962 Lotus Elan. 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | 15 | Elan |
Year Released | 1944 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2140 mm |