1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1968 Peugeot 404 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 1968 Peugeot 404. 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, 1968 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 404 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 | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C 15 | 404 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |