1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Arena |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
