1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626.
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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Citroen 15 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 626 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |