1967 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 177 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | DS | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
