1960 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 240 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 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | DS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
