1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 193 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.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Maverick |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |