1968 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 31 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
