1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 211 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
