1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 31 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | 240 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |