1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L 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 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C 15 | L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
