1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato.
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, 2004 Kia Cerato (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
