1966 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 698 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
