1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 61 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) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
