1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 39 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 626 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |