1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 51 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Persona |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
