1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 56 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (165 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
