1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1967 Opel Rekord is newer by 23 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord 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 1967 Opel Rekord. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | 15 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1944 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |