1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 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 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
