1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 34 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 15 | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |