1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 51 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Bora |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |