1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 60 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | 15 | i20 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2525 mm |