1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C 15 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
