2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 912 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 |
