1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 165 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata 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 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
