1980 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
