1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
