1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Fiat 126 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 1989 Fiat 126. 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
