1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 52 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
