1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 56 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2004 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |
