1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | 15 | L |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
