1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
