1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 534 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
