1966 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 34 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 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | DS | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
