1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 62 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, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2011 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | 15 | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |