2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 60 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
