1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor 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 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1962 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C 15 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
