1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Ibiza (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 91 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, 1999 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Ibiza 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 | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
