1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 135 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 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | 15 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |