1957 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
