1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen C 15 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C 15 | 109 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 70 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |