2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
