1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 55 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
