1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 37 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 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
