1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 46 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, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Holden Apollo.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Apollo. 1991 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | 15 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1945 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |