1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Etude |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
