1966 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 Mazda 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1972 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
