1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 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, 1959 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |
