1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 60 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, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | 15 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
