1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 23 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 472 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
