1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 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 35 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127.
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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C 15 | 127 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |