1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
