1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | 15 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |