1966 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 534 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Exige |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 44 L |