2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
