1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
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 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1970 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 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 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C 15 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
