1966 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1969 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 3 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, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 691 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
