1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 61 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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 15 | Ignis |
Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |