2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
