1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1979 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 34 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, 1979 Datsun Laurel (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Because 1979 Datsun Laurel 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 1979 Datsun Laurel. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1979 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Datsun |
| Model | 15 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
