1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 47 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 1 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
