2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 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 Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
