1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |