1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 16 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 44 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 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C 15 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
