1996 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
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 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Astra | C4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
