1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1953 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 1953 Citroen 15 and 1953 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,191 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 355 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15.
Because 1953 Mercury Monterey 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 1953 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1953 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3000 mm |
