2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
