1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 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 | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
