2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva 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 2 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
