1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
