1957 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1983 Mazda RX-7 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 1983 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
