1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 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 1 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
