1967 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1970 Renault 10 is newer by 3 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 662 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 10 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
