2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
