2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
