1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 63 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 329 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2649 mm |