1966 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 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 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 536 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
