1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 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 RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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 RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
