1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 47 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 15 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
