1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 1951 Cadillac 62 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | 62 | 15 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3100 mm |