1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 131 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | S40 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |