1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2300 mm |
