1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 BT-50 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2604 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 |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |