1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
