2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C 15 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | 127 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
