1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 58 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
