1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Renault 20
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 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 329 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.
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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | 20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
