1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 151 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | 15 | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2280 mm |