1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 55 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
