1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 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 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1974 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |
