1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo 145 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 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
