1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | C 15 | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 70 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |