1983 Citroen LN vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 984 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 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, 1966 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
