1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 322 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
