1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 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 | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
