1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
