1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C 15 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |