1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 64 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2685 mm |
