1986 Buick Regal vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 165 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
