2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
