1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 544 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
