1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2012 Kia Soul 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 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
