1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 61 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 15 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
