1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Fiat 130

To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 697 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 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C 15 130
Year Released 1996 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3235 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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