1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
