1968 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 616 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |