2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant 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 95 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2000 Citroen C 15 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C 15 | 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |