1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
