1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 50 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 525 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 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
