1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 1945 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 Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
