1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2920 mm |
