1984 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen BX 1976 Mazda Familia
Make Citroen Mazda
Model BX Familia
Year Released 1984 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1272 cc
Horse Power 61 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 800 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