1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 751 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 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2930 mm |
