1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 51 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 15 | Milan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |