1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 43 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, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 4 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | Altea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |