1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | L |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
