1960 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 116 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (166 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2000 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
