1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 47 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 239 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.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1952 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1952 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
