1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1950 Citroen 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 15 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
