1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 66 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 42 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1944 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |