1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Bora |
Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |