1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Because 1992 Ford Mustang 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 1992 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |