1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | SP |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
