1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 1 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 196 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Pluriel | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
