2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
