1965 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Dart |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |