2001 Acura RSX vs. 1946 Citroen 15
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 1946 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | 15 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |