2005 Citroen C1 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
