1965 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |