1987 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |
