1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 95 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon 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 1989 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 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, 1989 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
