2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1604 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Azure | C 15 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |