1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 19 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15.
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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 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 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C 15 | i20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2525 mm |