1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 21 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 193 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.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia 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 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Materia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |