1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
