1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 274 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
