1995 Citroen C vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
