1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 20 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 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 1400 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 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
