1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 911 weights approximately 216 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 1966 Porsche 911 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 1966 Porsche 911. 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 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 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C 15 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |