1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 43 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 323 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |