2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Osee | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
