1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic 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 60 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic.
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, 1980 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Civic 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 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
