1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 52 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 1996 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 15 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
