1959 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 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 44 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
