1971 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | C 15 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |