1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 38 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (157 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
