1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
