1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 262 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.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
