2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
