1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 23 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 590 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
