2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
