1964 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
