1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 62 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 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 | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
