1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1953 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
