1966 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 19 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.
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, 2010 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | S40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
