1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 17 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 492 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra 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 | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
