1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 55 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 15 | 206 |
Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |