1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 511 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
