1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 39 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
