2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
