1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 55 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2000 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |