1960 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion tC weights approximately 263 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | DS | tC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
