1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 15 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
