1966 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |