1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626.
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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
