1964 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Lancia Zeta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Zeta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Lancia Zeta (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
