1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Because 1976 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
