2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
