2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
