1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1144 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 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
