1966 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 37 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
