1966 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1968 Toyota Century is newer by 2 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Century |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |