1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
