1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
