1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 225 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 15 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
