1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
