1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 62 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Panda |
Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |