1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 365 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.
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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 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 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
