2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
