1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 184 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
