1973 Citroen DS vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Mazda R 360 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 1960 Mazda R 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1770 mm |
