1965 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
