2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
