1976 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 618 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |
