1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 53 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 230 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
