1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 45 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Beretta | 15 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |