1961 AC Cobra vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 17 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra 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 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | 15 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |