1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 68 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 273 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2741 mm |
