1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. 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 Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Dyane | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
