1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 42 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | Levante |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |