1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
