1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento 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 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
