1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, 2003 MG ZR is newer by 55 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, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2003 MG ZR | |
Make | Citroen | MG |
Model | 15 | ZR |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |