1967 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 46 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | DS | 5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |