1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | Familia |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |