1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 15 | 3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2639 mm |