1963 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, both 1963 Citroen DS and 1963 Volvo P 1800 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen DS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen DS | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |