1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 99 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
