1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 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 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C 15 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
