2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1946 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1946 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Kalos | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
