1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
