1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
