1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Simca 1200S 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 1970 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
