1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus 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 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
