1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
