1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 33 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 15 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1945 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |