1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. 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, 1992 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
