1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 205 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
