1965 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 29 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 448 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | DS | Nazca |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |