2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
