1960 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 41 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Solara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
