1965 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
