1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 114 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |