1957 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 52 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
