1966 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, both 1966 Citroen DS and 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 846 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | DS | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
