1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 22 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio 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, 2012 Renault Clio (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio 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 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
