1956 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 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, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 616 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
