1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
