1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen C 15 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |