1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
