1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 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, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
