1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 43 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 12 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 15 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |