1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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 Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
