2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
