1966 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS.
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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
