1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 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 25 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 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 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
