1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
