1965 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |