1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 700 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C 15 | X1 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |