1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 12 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 465 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX 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 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |