1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 304 kg more than 1949 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | Element |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |