2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
