1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 48 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 155 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1945 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |