1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 19 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight 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 2005 Honda Insight.
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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight 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 | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Insight |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |