1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 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 1978 Ferrari 308. 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 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 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
