1953 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 56 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 541 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.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |