1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
