1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | Fit |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |