2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
