1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 56 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1945 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
