1967 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 13 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Aspen |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |