1983 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 14 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 109 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.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
