1960 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
