1965 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 17 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Starlet |
Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |