1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2001 Kia Magentis is newer by 53 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, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Kia Magentis.
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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Magentis |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |