1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 63 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 31 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1968 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
