2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
