2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 911 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2200 mm |
