1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |