1959 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
