1967 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 662 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2200 mm |
