1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
