2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 708 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 1972 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
