1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 52 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1996 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Ka |
Year Released | 1944 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |