1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2200 mm |
