1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
