1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 49 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | 15 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
