1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 49 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 309 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | 15 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
