1974 Citroen GS vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
