1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 222 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 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Citroen 15 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Passat |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |