1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 135 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 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
