1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. 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, 1990 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C 15 | Visa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |