2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
