1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 323 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
