1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 140 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |