1973 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 781 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
