2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
