1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 43 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, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | 15 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1945 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |