1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
