1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 60 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 473 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1946 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1946 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
