1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 62 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
