1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 50 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, 1995 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 1995 Holden Nova 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. 1995 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | 15 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
