1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 64 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 202 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 15 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
