1983 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 86 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
