1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 605 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 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
