1966 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 41 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |