1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 105 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | C 15 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
