1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 211 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Reatta | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |