1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 54 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 144 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.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | 15 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
