1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Familia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2179 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
