1956 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1978 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1978 Mazda 121.
Because 1978 Mazda 121 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 121. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 121 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |