1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15.
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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2525 mm |
