1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Mazda | Citroen |
Model | 616 | C1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |