1965 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 27 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | DS | Summit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
