1965 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 164 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
