1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 2012 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
