1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | 15 | Atos |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |