1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 56 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 116 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Golf |
Year Released | 1944 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |