1966 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |