1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | 15 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |