1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Jetta |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |