2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 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. Both 2001 Citroen C3 and 1972 Mazda 616 are equipped with a 1,586 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 616 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |