1984 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 15 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 150 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
