1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 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 26 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 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 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
