1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 61 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
