1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |