1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2004 Proton Impian is newer by 59 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, 2004 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Impian |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
