1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
