1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 64 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
