1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 is newer by 56 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 31 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01. 2001 Subaru HM-01 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. 2001 Subaru HM-01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 15 | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |
