1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | DS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
