1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |