1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V. 2001 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |