1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata 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 1988 Fiat Regata.
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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Regata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
