1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 80 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, 1994 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 Prefect (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| 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 | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
