1981 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2200 mm |
