1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
