1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 59 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
