1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 63 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, 2008 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 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 | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
