1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 65 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, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Focus |
Year Released | 1944 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |