1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 65 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
