1956 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
