1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
