1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 60 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 49 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.
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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2648 mm |
