1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1944 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
