1965 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Chante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
