1959 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | Tribute |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |