1976 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
