1966 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 42 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | DS | Octavia |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |