1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Innocenti C
To start off, 1968 Innocenti C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1968 Innocenti C | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | 15 | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2190 mm |
