1947 Citroen 15 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |
