2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
