1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1954 Lincoln Premiere
To start off, both 1954 Citroen 15 and 1954 Lincoln Premiere were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 575 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Lincoln Premiere 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 1954 Lincoln Premiere. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1954 Lincoln Premiere | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | 15 | Premiere |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2980 mm |
