1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 119 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
