1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 252 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Pluriel | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
