1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 11 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |