1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 58 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 457 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | 15 | Punto |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |