1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1965 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |
