1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 57 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
