1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 69 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2489 mm |