1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 399 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
