1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 52 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, 1998 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | 15 | Astra |
Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |