2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 485 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 1983 Ferrari 308 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 1983 Ferrari 308. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 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 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
