1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 1984 Austin Maestro and 1984 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 69 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maestro | C 15 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |