1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 187 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 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri 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 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
