1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 60 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 419 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 906 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 |
