1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204.
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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
