1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 35 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Celica |
Year Released | 1945 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |