1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Lotus Elan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Elan weights approximately 175 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, 1995 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Elan 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 | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C 15 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
