1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
