1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 57 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
