1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 19 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
