1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 110 S | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 110 S | C5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
