1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 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 | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | GT 70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |