1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2.
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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
