1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Because 1961 Triumph TR4 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 1961 Triumph TR4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 15 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2240 mm |
