1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 68 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Forte |
Year Released | 1945 | 2013 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |