1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 28 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Because 1973 Triumph GT6 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 1973 Triumph GT6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 15 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2120 mm |
