1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 596 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. 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 Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Familia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
