1975 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
