1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 35 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 235 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 15 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
