1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 59 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, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | Clio |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |