1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 60 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2980 mm |
