1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise 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 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | 15 | Elise |
Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |