1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1956 Austin A 95 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |