1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 31 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
