1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 120 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 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Condor |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1446 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |