1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 420 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 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 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 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
