1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
