1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II 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, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
