1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Bora |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |