1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1961 Mazda R 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Mazda R 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 1770 mm |
