1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 59 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 2 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |