1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 68 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 674 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Quest |
Year Released | 1945 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |