1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 895 kg more than 1945 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |