1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 144 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
