1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 58 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
