1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 349 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
