1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
