1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 58 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 215 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MG XPower 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 2003 MG XPower. 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 15 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
