1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala

To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 11 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 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 425 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.

Because 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model C 15 Cala
Year Released 1984 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1124 cc 3900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 316 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 865 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm


 

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