1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 54 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
