1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 64 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2852 mm |
