1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1971 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Ford 17 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 | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
