1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra 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 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Spectra |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |