1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Because 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C 15 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |