1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 64 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
