1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1984 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 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, 1984 Toyota MR2 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2330 mm |