1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 349 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 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C 15 | 220 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |