1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 800 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 |
