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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 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 438 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 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 | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
