1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
