2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 336 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2200 mm |
