1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 70 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 1996 Ford Ranger 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 1996 Ford Ranger. 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
