1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Subaru Vivio is newer by 13 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. 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, 1986 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C 15 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
