1966 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 32 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 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
