1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1977 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | Familia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 49 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 | 805 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |