1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
