1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS.
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 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |