1966 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | V40 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |