1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 394 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda MPV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
