1966 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 44 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | A |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
