2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 432 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
