2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1958 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 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 |
