1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 876 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Citroen | Hummer |
Model | 15 | H3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |