1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 57 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 364 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
