1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Opel Kadett is newer by 43 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, 1991 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1991 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
