1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen 4-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 295 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jensen 4-Litre 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 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | 15 | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
