1965 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 35 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Neon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
