1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto is newer by 21 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Visto 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 46 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto.
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, 2005 Kia Visto (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
