1956 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 1979 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
