1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
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 | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |