2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 155 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.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
