1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 178 kg more than 1947 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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
