1966 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 66 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |