1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 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 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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.
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1987 Citroen C 15 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C 15 | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |