1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 62 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, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |