1975 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
