1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 60 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C 15 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 32 L |
