1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
