2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
