1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 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 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 323 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |