1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
