1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 40 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 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
