1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |
