1966 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 167 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Outback |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
