1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
