1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 63 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 141 kg more than 1946 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
