1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |