1966 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Zagato |
| Model | DS | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
