1966 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1967 Marcos 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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 (177 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | DS | 1600 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |