1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1948 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
