1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
