1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 159 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 1967 Vauxhall VX4 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 1967 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall VX4 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 | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C 15 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
