2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Because 1976 Nissan Violet 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 1976 Nissan Violet. 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, 1976 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Violet 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 | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
