1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 55 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 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 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
