1994 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Familia weights approximately 136 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
