1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Luce | C4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
