1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 71 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 235 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 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
