1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia 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 | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
