1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 36 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 15 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1944 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |