1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 58 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, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2003 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Laser |
Year Released | 1945 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |