1966 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 10 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | DS | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |