1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 54 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, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1999 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | 15 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1945 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |