1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 119 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 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda 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 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
