1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
