1967 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox.
Because 1965 Vauxhall Velox is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | DS | Velox |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |