1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 60 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 2 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 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 | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1125 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 |