1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 125 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | MCC |
Model | C 15 | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 22 L |