1942 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 225 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
