1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 67 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 50 kg more than 1945 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2648 mm |
