2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Century (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Century weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Century 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 1967 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1967 Toyota Century (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
