1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 238 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 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri 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 | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
