1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 54 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 15 | Neon |
Year Released | 1944 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |