1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 60 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Previa |
Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |