2006 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Matiz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Matiz | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
