1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
