1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 MG ZR
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZR weights approximately 340 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, 2006 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZR 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 | 2006 MG ZR | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | C 15 | ZR |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
