1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 4 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina 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 116 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina 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 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C 15 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2250 mm |
