1960 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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 B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2990 mm |
