1960 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
