1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Because 1951 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C 15 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |