1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Simca Horizon (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon 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 | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
