1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo.
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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
