1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1956 Ford Escort (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen C 15 | 1956 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Escort |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1172 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 | 72 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 |