2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Because 1978 Nissan Violet 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 1978 Nissan Violet. 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, 1978 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Violet 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 | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
