1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 57 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Polo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |