1957 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |