1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 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 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C 15 | 600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |