1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 61 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, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 36 kg more than 1948 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
