1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 965 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 1980 Ferrari 400 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 1980 Ferrari 400. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 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 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C 15 | 400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 118 L |