1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa 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. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
