2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
