1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
