2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Picasso | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
