2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 58 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
