1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 59 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 15 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
