1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 154 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 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 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
