1966 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1972 Morris 1800 is newer by 6 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris 1800 (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800.
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 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | DS | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
