1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 66 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 171 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, 2010 Ford E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5400 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2619 mm |
