1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (63 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 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, 1966 Saab 96 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 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 | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C 15 | 96 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
