1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 65 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
