1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc, 1972 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |
