1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 54 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 434 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.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |