1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1100 weights approximately 105 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, 1971 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1100 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 | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
