1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 475 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 2002 Ferrari 360 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 2002 Ferrari 360. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 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 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
