1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
