1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 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.
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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |