1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 57 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 139 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.
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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | 15 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
