1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 64 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
