1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 51 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, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 2000 Saturn SC 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. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | 15 | SC |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
