2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
