2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
