1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 20 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 435 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 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 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 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | C 15 | A10 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |