1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 549 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
