1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 56 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
