1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
