1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 129 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
