1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 40 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | 15 | 309 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |