1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 16 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 433 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa 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 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C 15 | Musa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |