1966 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
