1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 70 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 200 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Citroen 15 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1943 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 228 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |