1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1958 Ford Vedette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
