1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 47 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III 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 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | Type III | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |